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Autism Awareness : Everyone needs a shoulder

A Cape Town mother is urging parents of autistic children to reach out for help and support. April is Autism Awareness Month and it's geared towards fostering worldwide support, sharing stories and connecting to create a more inclusive world. HOT1027’s Tara Penny has more…

9 Apr 2023 2 min

TUKKIES Scientists tackle the "Fairy Circle" mystery

Scientists from the University of Pretoria have put forward a theory that could explain the tens of thousands of “Fairy Circles” dotted across Namibia’s arid landscape. The bare, regularly spaced and sized patches surrounded by grass have fascinated tribesmen and scientists for decades. HOT1027’s Tara Penny caught up with the…

6 Apr 2023 2 min

"No one said a word" : An SA pilot comes eye to eye with a cobra stowaway

The pilot who had to make an emergency landing in Welkom, when a snake slid down his back has told HOT1027 news there was deafening silence as his passengers copped onto what was happening. 30 year old Rudolph Erasmus had to declare an emergency over Welkom when the highly venomous…

6 Apr 2023 1 min

RIP Ian McIntosh : The Godfather of Sharks Rugby

Former Springbok and Sharks coach Ian McIntosh has died. The Zimbabwe born coach died in Hospital in Umhlanga in the early hours of this morning at the age of 83. HOT 102.7’s Myron Naicker has more from Durban…

5 Apr 2023 1 min

Easter Road Safety : Be Prepared

Thousands of Gauteng residents will be making the most of the Easter long-weekend by heading off to visit family in other provinces or sneaking in a mini-break. Sadly , we all know the Easter period is a particularly dangerous time on our roads, but there are a few things you…

5 Apr 2023 1 min

HOT1027 checks out Sandy Bay (for research of course)

It’s no surprise that three of South Africa’s five top skinny-dipping spots are in the Western Cape. Dating reviews website “MyDatingAdvisor” has compared 100 nude beaches across the globe , based on weather , blue flag status , water temperature and safety. And while SA has 5 the world’s best…

31 Mar 2023 1 min

The Beginner's Guide To Skinny Dipping In SA 😎

Now that we know South Africa boasts 5 of the world’s top skinny dipping locations, we thought we’d offer a bit of guidance to the uninitiated. Dating reviews website “MyDatingAdvisor” has compared 100 nude beaches across the globe , based on weather , blue flag status and safety. And It…

31 Mar 2023 2 min

South Africa : A Skinny Dipper's Dream 😎

It turns out South Africa has 5 of the world’s best skinny dipping spots. Dating reviews website “MyDatingAdvisor” has compared 100 nude beaches across the globe , based on weather , blue flag status and safety. And , with little surprise to us, locations in Cape Town , Port Edward…

31 Mar 2023 2 min

GroundUp Reveals How The Facebook Rapist "Bested" A Nation

After an explosive GroundUp exposé, the Correctional Services Department has finally admitted the so-called "Facebook murderer and rapist" did escape from jail. Thabo Bester was serving a life sentence for rape and murder in the Mangaung Correctional Centre. which is a maximum security prison operated by multinational company G4S. Previous…

26 Mar 2023 2 min

Dogtown Is Throwing A Slumber "Pawty" 🐾

And Dogtown South Africa will be hosting a “Slumber Party” at the shelter just outside Harties tomorrow , to raise money to look after the vulnerable animals who live there. 10 volunteers will be spending 24 hours in a kennel with a resident dog and anyone who donates R1000 will…

24 Mar 2023 1 min

Peppa Pig Gets Down With HOT1027

Peppa Pig is looking for muddy puddles right here in Joburg. The adventurous 5 year old touched down in South Africa with Mommy Pig , Daddy Pig and George and she’ll be onstage at Emperor’s Palace this weekend. Peppa popped into her favourite radio station HOT1027 to give us a…

23 Mar 2023 2 min

St Patrick's Day : What's the craic? ☘

Millions of people around the world are celebrating St, Patrick's Day ☘ It’s the day when Irish people honour the Patron Saint of Ireland who is rumoured to have banished all the snakes from the republic. Here in South Africa , its an excuse to get together with family and…

17 Mar 2023 2 min

Happy St Patrick's Day ☘

Today is St Patrick's Day ☘ It’s a public holiday in Ireland as the Republic honours its Patron Saint, but here in South Africa and around the world it’s an excuse to dress up and have a jol. Here at HOTHOUSE , we roped in the Irish to arm you…

17 Mar 2023 2 min

RIP : Mark Pilgrim's fiancé pays tribute to the man she called home

Mark Pilgrim's family , friends and colleagues are remembering the radio legend as an "old skool" gentleman , and a devoted father who was the walking embodiment of kindness. A private memorial service was held for the HOT1027 DJ in Joburg today , after he passed away on Sunday morning…

10 Mar 2023 2 min

"We Will Rock You" brings sci-fi and Queen's greatest hits to Joburg

The multi award winning rock musical "We Will Rock You" hits the Teatro stage at Monte Casino tomorrow. The one of a kind Sci-fi Jukebox production features 24 of Queen’s hit songs performed by an all South African cast. Hot1027's Tara Penny caught up with the crew ahead of opening…

9 Mar 2023 2 min

Providing some comfort on World Kidney Day

On World Kidney Day , many vulnerable children awaiting transplants or going through dialysis will be getting a bit of comfort and support, thanks to the generosity of HOT1027 listeners. Through the “Zane Project”, patients here in Gauteng are given a unicorn teddy to keep them company on their journey…

9 Mar 2023 2 min

RIP Mark Pilgrim : "He Got Me Through My Cancer"

A South African cancer survivor says Mark Pilgrim taught him to seek out the good moments in every bad day of his treatment. Like Mark , Keegan Ridell was diagnosed with testicular cancer at 18 , and the HOT 1027 DJ took time out to walk the young man through…

8 Mar 2023 2 min

RIP Mark Pilgrim : Radio For Good

The floodgates have opened this afternoon with messages of support and condolences for Mark Pilgrim's family, as listeners and friends remember the man with the unmistakable voice who moved mountains to help others. The HOT1027 DJ lost his brave battle with cancer yesterday morning at the age of 53. Hot1027's…

6 Mar 2023 3 min

RIP Mark Pilgrim : Not All Heroes Wear Capes

People all over South Africa are celebrating the life of Mark Pilgrim and paying tribute to the man who gave hope to so many , even while waging his own battles. Mark died yesterday morning at the age of 53 after courageously sharing his cancer journey with us all. He…

6 Mar 2023 2 min

RIP Mark Pilgrim : The Magic Behind The Mic

HOT 1027 DJ Mark Pilgrim is being remembered this morning as a true gentleman of radio, a cancer warrior and a man who loved his family with every fibre of his being. Mark lost his battle to cancer yesterday morning with his fiancé at his side. He was 53 years…

6 Mar 2023 2 min